Estes Park travel guide

Estes Park Tourism | Estes Park Guide

You're Going to Love Estes Park

With a population of 5,858, Estes Park is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Estes Park deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Estes Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Dunraven at the Estes Park Resort (1700 Big Thompson Ave.) and Georgias at the Lodge (333 E Wonder View Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Estes Park

Estes Park in November
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Estes Park in November
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Estes Park in July, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Estes Park, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Estes Park

Plane

Although Estes Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 57 miles from Estes Park. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Estes Park departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Estes Park. The train journey from Estes Park to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $78 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $83 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Estes Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 52 miles from Estes Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Estes Park, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Gunnison, the bus ride to Estes Park takes 285 miles and will cost you around $40. From Albuquerque, the ticket costs about $103 for a journey of 550 miles.

Plane

Although Estes Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 57 miles from Estes Park. Vail Eagle County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Estes Park departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Estes Park. The train journey from Estes Park to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $78 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $83 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Estes Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 52 miles from Estes Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Estes Park, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Gunnison, the bus ride to Estes Park takes 285 miles and will cost you around $40. From Albuquerque, the ticket costs about $103 for a journey of 550 miles.

Airports near Estes Park

Airlines serving Estes Park

Lufthansa
Good (4,639 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,468 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,603 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,935 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,769 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (397 reviews)
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Where to stay in Estes Park

Average rates range from around $275 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $310 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Brynwood on the River and Hotel Estes.

Where to stay in popular areas of Estes Park

Most booked hotels in Estes Park

The Historic Crags Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 198 reviews)
$118+
Estes Mountain Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 696 reviews)
$102+
The Estes Park Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 458 reviews)
$228+
Alpine Trail Ridge Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 786 reviews)
$85+
Holiday Inn Estes Park
3 stars
Good (7.7, 422 reviews)
$154+
Rocky Mountain Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Okay (5.9, 1987 reviews)
$112+

Renting a car in Estes Park

Renting a car in Estes Park costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Estes Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Renting a car in Estes Park costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Estes Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.